AUSTRALASIAN SOCIETY FOR TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGY

AUSTRALASIAN SOCIETY FOR

TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGY

CONTENTS

‰ History of ASTT

‰ Structure of ASTT

‰ ASTT Business Planning Framework for 2009

‰ Strategic Direction
ƒ Mission
ƒ Primary Objectives
ƒ Vision
ƒ ASTT in 2009: Issues and Challenges
ƒ Strategies
ƒ Major Stakeholders

‰ Business Objectives and Action Plans for 2009

ƒ Business Direction
ƒ Standards
ƒ Guidelines
ƒ Training and Education
ƒ Promotion

Plan updated 15 July 2009

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HISTORY OF ASTT

In October 1989, a Technical Sub Committee of the Water Resources Council conducted a
two-day seminar on Trenchless Technology in Perth, Western Australia. A panel
discussion at the end of the seminar with some 170 delegates from around Australia and
New Zealand agreed that an independent Australian Society for Trenchless Technology
should be formed.

The Society became established independent of other Professional Bodies and related
Societies such as the Institution of Engineers, Australia; the Australian Underground and
Construction Tunnelling Association (AUCTA); the Australian Water and Wastewater
Association (AWWA); the Australian Drilling Industry Association (ADIA); and the
Federation of Australian Construction Contractors. Although these organisations had some
members with an interest in Trenchless Technology the specialised nature of Trenchless
Technology suggested the new Society should stand alone.

The Australian Society for Trenchless Technology (ASTT) was formed in 1991, and was
Incorporated (Registered Number 1001093) in Perth, Western Australia on 11 March
1991. The Society was also affiliated with the International Society for Trenchless
Technology, (ISTT) in March 1991.

On the 28 June 1994, the name of the Society was changed to the Australasian Society
for Trenchless Technology, enabling membership to include those living in New Zealand.

ASTT grew from a membership of 35 when inaugurated, to some 180 members in 2006.
There are two classifications of Membership: Corporate and Individual. Members belong to
a number of categories within the Trenchless Industry, including contracting,
manufacturing, support services, education and a wide range of private and Government
client organisations. The growth in ASTT membership has reflected the growth of
Trenchless Technology in Australia and New Zealand. With ASTT having the highest
membership of any of the affiliated societies on a per capita basis, the Society continues to
provide a focal point for the continued development and application of Trenchless
Technology in Australia and New Zealand.

The scope of the Trenchless Technology Industry in Australia and New Zealand is
significant. There is an enormous investment in infrastructure associated with small
diameter cables, conduits and pipelines. These assets have been estimated to be worth
AU$200 billion, and include the water, wastewater, power, gas, tele-communications and
oil industries in both these countries.

The growth, repair, renovation and refurbishment of this asset base, provided an estimated
AU$350 million turnover in 2001. Although this represents a very small proportion of the
total annual expenditure on renovation, replacement, and new infrastructure, it is
significant in terms of its influence and impact, as it represents the many programs and
projects realising the ever-growing range of benefits Trenchless Technology has to offer.
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STRUCTURE OF ASTT

The Australasian Society for Trenchless Technology (ASTT) is managed by a Council,

which consists of not more than one representative from each State or Country, plus the
Federal President and Past President. Council also appoints a Federal Secretary and a
Federal Treasurer as well as a representative to the Board of the International Society for
Trenchless Technology (ISTT). The day-to-day conduct of ASTT is managed by the
Secretariat, or administrative arm of the Society consisting of the Secretary/Treasurer on
an honorary part time basis, in liaison with the President. Figure 1 refers.

ISTT
Representative
Federal Federal
President Sec/Treasurer

Vice
President

NSW Vic Qld NT SA Tas WA

Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor

NZ
Councillor

Figure 1: Management Structure of ASTT January 2009

 ASTT – BUSINESS PLANNING FRAMEWORK 2009 - 2010
MISSION Undertake membership promotional
GUIDE INDUSTRY IN campaigns through the “Trenchless ¾ Target growth of 10% increase in
AUSTRALIA AND Australasia” magazine and the members by end of Dec 2009.
NEW ZEALAND TO ASTT web site.
RECOGNISE AND
¾ Pursue relationships with other
related Organisations/Society’s for
ACHIEVE THE Network Development to develop
BENEFITS OF additional membership and pursue
Pursue business opportunities, sharing memberships.
TRENCHLESS business development opportunities as they
which may reduce costs or increase ¾ Formalise Agreement with Great
TECHNOLOGY arise. revenue for the Society. Southern Press for Events
Management.
Establish agreement with Great ¾ Redevelop current web site to
Southern Press for administration of incorporate more up-to-date
VISION Event Management & Web Site. technologies by December 2009.
RECOGNISED AS
LEADING THE
TRENCHLESS Develop Nationally recognised ¾ Develop nationally recognised
standards for competency for
INDUSTRY Training & Education to utilise Vacuum Excavation and CCTV
training modules for Vacuum
THROUGHOUT existing training programs developed by Excavation and CCTV Conduit
AUSTRALIA AND Conduit Evaluation.
others and develop education programs for Evaluation by Dec 2010
NEW ZEALAND. awareness in tertiary institutions, industry ¾ Monitor take up of nationally
and the community Promote nationally recognised
standards for competency in HDD, recognised training modules for
Rehabilitation and microtunnelling. HDD, Rehab & Microtunnelling.
PRIMARY AIMS
TO FACILITATE THE
ADVANCEMENT OF Publish Guidelines, Standards and
TRENCHLESS Specifications for HDD, ¾ Publish Guideline, Standards
Guidelines/Standards to develop Microtunnelling, Pipe Jacking and and Specifications by December
TECHNOLOGY IN
guidelines and standards for new Pipe Bursting.
AUSTRALIA AND NEW 2009.
installations and support services which are
ZEALAND AND TO
suitable for Australasian conditions utilising ¾ Maintain agreement for access to
PROVIDE: (NUCA-TAG) National Utility
current International best practice. Maintain agreement with Louisiana
• VISIBLE LEADERSHIP Tech for access to web based Contractor Association Trenchless
• COORDINATION & NUCA-TAG. Assessment Guidelines.
• A POINT OF
REFERENCE FOR Leverage off Trenchless Australasia ¾ 4 Trenchless Australasia magazines
TRENCHLESS Promotion to undertake the promotion published in 2009.
to increase awareness of TT and
TECHNOLOGY of trenchless technology through National
increase membership. ¾ Ensure ASTT presence at relevant
THROUGHOUT Conferences and Exhibitions, publications,
internet, seminars and other awareness Regional Events.
AUSTRALIA AND
opportunities as they arise. Raise TT awareness in the Asia ¾ Promote TT in 2009 Australasian
NEW ZEALAND
Pacific Region. Trenchless Directory.

STRATEGIES OBJECTIVES 2009 TARGETS

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STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK FOR 2009

MISSION
The purpose of the Australasian Society for Trenchless Technology is to;

GUIDE INDUSTRY IN AUSTRALIA AND

NEW ZEALAND TO RECOGNISE AND
ACHIEVE THE BENEFITS OF
TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGY.

This Mission Statement explains the Society’s primary role – it is the reason for its
existence.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES
The primary objectives of ASTT, in endeavouring to fulfil its Mission, are:

TO FACILITATE THE ADVANCEMENT OF

TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGY IN
AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND.

and to

TO PROVIDE:
ƒ VISIBLE LEADERSHIP;
ƒ COORDINATION; AND
ƒ A POINT OF REFERENCE
FOR TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGY
THROUGHOUT AUSTRALIA AND
NEW ZEALAND.
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STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK FOR 2009 (continued)

VISION

The Vision for ASTT broadly describes the type of organisation ASTT wants to be, and
how it will be perceived. It provides a framework to enable planning towards a common
goal. The Vision is consistent with the Mission and Primary Objectives of the Society.

The Vision for ASTT for the next three years is:

TO BE RECOGNISED AS LEADING THE

TRENCHLESS INDUSTRY THROUGHOUT
AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND

ASTT IN 2009: Issues and Challenges

The Vision provides a picture as to what ASTT needs to be like in the year 2010 if we are
successful in achieving our Objectives.

Tabled under, in summary form, are the issues and challenges that have been considered
in the development of this Business Plan. It is these issues that will directly impact on
ASTT achieving its Vision.

What is happening in Australia and New Zealand that is driving the

industry?
Social/Demographic
The geographic location of our Society.
The geographic spread of our members.
Information/communication technology, materials technology, new
Technological and methodology/technology coming out for trenchless technology.
Development What is happening overseas that is driving change in the application
of trenchless technology?
The current level of understanding and awareness of trenchless
technology.
Education and Reluctance of tertiary institutions to change programs to incorporate
Awareness trenchless technology.
The rapidly changing technology and maintaining relevance in
education and training.
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STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK FOR 2009 (continued)

Globalisation, regional positioning, alliances/joint ventures, national

economic growth, micro-economic reform.
What are the International trends in the way the trenchless
Management
technology industry is managed.
Role of Councillors.
Possible fragmentation of membership.
Establishment of independent Societies or amalgamation with other
Role of Industry
Societies.
Bodies
Achieving recognition.
Membership growth,
No perceived change in structure for next 3 years.
Councillor involvement to increase through communication and
Structure of ASTT liaison within their area of responsibility.
ASTT will continue provide central support for activities undertaken
by the Society.

STRATEGIES

The Key Result Areas for the Society represent areas of activity, which are most critical for
the future success of the Society. Strategies have been developed within each of these
areas to ensure this success.

Key Result Areas Strategies

To develop a commercial entity which meets the members needs

Business Direction
and actively pursues business development opportunities.
To utilise existing training programs developed by others and
Training and
develop education programs for awareness in tertiary institutions,
Education
industry and the community.
To facilitate access to a framework of Guidelines and Standards in
Guidelines and the areas of microtunnelling, horizontal directional drilling and
Standards rehabilitation which may be applied to Australasian conditions
utilising current International best practice.
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BUSINESS OBJECTIVES FOR 2009

OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES SINCE INAUGURATION

Since inauguration, the objectives of ASTT have been to:

• Advance the science and practice of trenchless technology for the public benefit;

• Provide a forum in Australia and New Zealand for interchange of multi disciplinary
knowledge and skills in the field of trenchless technology;

• Arrange or sponsor meetings, conferences and symposia on subjects consistent

with the objectives of the Society;

• Encourage the interchange of specialists in Trenchless Technology within Australia

and New Zealand;

• Liaise and establish affiliations with related organisations, both within Australia,
New Zealand and overseas;

• Inform and advise the public and Government on matters concerned with trenchless
technology;

• Encourage education, training and research.

The Society endeavoured to achieve its objectives through a number of strategies

including:

• National and International Conferences and Exhibitions;

• National Seminars

• Working groups dealing with specific key issues

• Society Publications – “Trenchless Australasia”.

OBJECTIVES AND ACTION PLANS FOR 2009

The new Business Planning Framework for 2009 provides new Strategies, which have
been utilised to provide the Business Objectives for 2009. These new objectives have
determined the Action Plans for 2009.
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Network Development: To develop additional membership and pursue business

development opportunities as they arise.

WHO IS
OBJECTIVE ACTION PLAN TIMEFRAME COST PROGRESS
RESPONSIBLE

Undertake membership promotional

campaigns at appropriate exhibition
Secretary Ongoing 10K 0%
venues including: Melbourne National
Conference, Jakarta Trenchless Technology
Seminar.
Undertake
Secretary and
membership Market ASTT membership benefits through
Great Southern Ongoing 1K 50%
promotional the Trenchless Australasia magazine.
Press
campaigns.

Undertake membership promotional

Secretary Ongoing 1K 50%
campaign through ASTT website.

Pursue business
opportunities
which may Pursue relationships with other related Chairman
reduce costs or Societies for "sharing" memberships. Councillors Ongoing 5K 0%
increase (AWA, APIA, ADIA, NZWWA, AUCTA etc) Secretary
revenue for the
Society

Establish
Agreement with Sign off on written Agreement with Great ASTT Executive
Great Southern Southern Press for Events Management by Great Southern 30/09/2009 3K 50%
Press for Events September 2009 Press
Management

Establish
Agreement with
Sign off on Agreement with Great Southern ASTT Executive
Great Southern
Press to enable development of a new Great Southern 31/12/2009 15K 5%
Press for new
ASTT web site by December 2009 Press
web site
development

Training and Education: To utilise existing training programs developed by others and
develop education programs for awareness in tertiary institutions, industry and the
community.

WHO IS
OBJECTIVE ACTION PLAN TIMEFRAME COST PROGRESS
RESPONSIBLE
Develop
nationally
recognised
Develop development of nationally ASTT Executive
Competency
recognised standards for competency in SkillsDMC 31/12/2010 10K 5%
Vacuum
Vacuum Excavation and CCTV Conduit CCF - WA
Excavation and
Evaluation through SkillsDMC.
CCTV Conduit
Evaluation

Market through Trenchless Australasia the

Promote Nationally accredited Competency
nationally Framework for Trenchless Technology, and ASTT Executive Ongoing 3K 0%
recognised the ASTT Training available thru Registered CCF/ADITC
Competency Training Organisations (RTO’s.)
Standards in
HDD, Rehab and
Microtunnelling. Monitor competency training undertaken ASTT Councillors
Ongoing 2K 0%
by State and or Country(NZ). CCF/ADITC
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Guidelines and Standards: To publish Guidelines and Standards for new installations,
rehabilitation and support services which are suitable for Australasian conditions
utilising current International best practice.

WHO IS
OBJECTIVE ACTION PLAN TIMEFRAME COST PROGRESS
RESPONSIBLE
Maintain
agreement with Maintain web link to NUCA – TAG. Secretary On going 5K 50%
Louisiana Tech
University for
access through
ASTT website to
Monitor access to NUCA-TAG Secretary On going 0K 50%
web based NUCA-
TAG.

Publish developed Publish Guidelines, Standards and

Guidelines, Specifications by December 2009 after
Secretary 31/12/2009 110K 90%
Specifications and sign off by members at Melbourne
Standards. Conference.

Promotion: Undertake the promotion of Trenchless Technology through National

Conferences and Exhibitions, publications, internet, seminars and other awareness
opportunities as they arise.

WHO IS
OBJECTIVE ACTION PLAN TIMEFRAME COST PROGRESS
RESPONSIBLE

Leverage off
Trenchless
Australasia to 20K
increase TT Develop opportunities in liaison with Great Southern
On going (5K/per 50%
awareness and publishers of Trenchless Australasia. Press/Secretary
issue)
increase
membership.

Raise TT Provide ASTT presence at relevant regional

awareness in the events including Melbourne National
Secretary On going 10K 0%
Asia Pacific Conference, Jakarta Trenchless Technology
Region. Seminar.